Data Systems Analyst

Modern Technology Solutions · Alexandria · $150,000 (stated in the posting)

Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI) is seeking a Data Systems Analyst. You will be responsible for overseeing the organization’s data management implementation, ensuring that information is effectively captured, organized, and shared across the Office of the Assistant Secretary of War for Mission Engineering & Integration Activity (ODASW(MEIA)). This role requires a combination of technical proficiency, strong communication skills, and the ability to lead data management initiatives. This position will be in the Alexandria, VA area.

Your essential job functions will include but may not be limited to:

Administer and support MEIA’s Knowledge Systems Strategy that enhances the accessibility and usability of large-scale structured and unstructured data assets for implementation on unclassified and classified information systems.
Implement taxonomy, metadata, and data catalog standards to improve discoverability and data trust.
Facilitate and promote a culture of knowledge sharing and collaboration across various teams and departments.
Lead data system and management projects from planning to execution. · Develop and manage training programs to enhance data management skills across the organization.
Manage governance structures to ensure compliance and standardization in data management best practices.
Develop, maintain, curate, and administer access for the content of data management systems. Content includes data, models, architecture, and other mission engineering artifacts.
Coordinate with Ecosystem lead to ensure equities are established by identifying, evaluating, and supporting implementation of data management tools to enhance implementation within unclassified and classified data systems.
Coordinate with external organizations implementing similar data management systems to determine Mission Integration equities, integration challenges, and potential future migration planning.
3-5+ years in Data Systems, Data Management, or Data Governance roles.
Proven experience managing large, complex data ecosystems and distributed data sources.
Experience working with structured and unstructured data across diverse platforms.
Track record of developing and leading strategies for organizations with big data needs is desirable, but not mandatory.

Desired Skills:

Understanding of metadata management, data classification, data cataloging, and taxonomies.
Hands-on knowledge of cloud data environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
Knowledge of data architecture, data lakes, and data warehousing as they relate to knowledge graphs
Familiar with data integration and accessibility strategies, APIs, and interoperability standards
Experience developing, managing, and using SharePoint and other Data Management or tools
Familiarity with Data, Information, and Knowledge Management best practices · Experience in supporting technical and/or operational customers including interfacing with external stakeholders and senior government personnel.
Engage and communicate effectively with executive leadership to align knowledge management initiatives with organizational goals.
Experience providing strong organizational and communication skills including preparing presentations and other visualization forms to communicate results and artifacts to varied audiences.
Experience maintaining configuration management on large and complex projects and developing and administering integrated data environments including cloud-based storage approaches.
Experience with data security best practices and ensuring that data and information contain proper classification protections as outlined in security classification guide(s).
Project management experience to plan, execute, and oversee knowledge management projects.
Certifications such as CKM, CDMP, or CIP, but not mandatory.

Education Requirements:

Bachelor’s in Information Science, Data Science, Data Management, Computer Science, or equivalent experience.

Clearance Requirements:

Active Top Secret SCI with SAP experience.
U.S. Citizenship is required for this position.

$150,000/year to $165,000/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on established government contract ranges, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience, and other factors. MTSI also offers a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered. Base pay information is based on market location. Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis. This posting will be renewed periodically until the position is filled.

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